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  1. Vancouver Block Destroyed by Fire

    A massive blaze erupts in the early morning hours, causing thousands of dollars in property damage and leaving a man critically injured.

    Mar 16, 1861Washington StandardMain Street, Vancouver, Clark CountyDisasters

  2. Olympia Celebrates the Turning Point of the Civil War

    Upon receiving news of Union victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg, the capital of Washington Territory erupted in days of wild, illuminated celebration.

    Jul 18, 1863Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyStrange But True

  3. An Ill-Fated Fishing Excursion to Brown's Wharf

    Local residents charter a boat named 'Union' for a fishing trip, only to end up mud-bound and fishless.

    May 17, 1862Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyStrange But True

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